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Possessives: Singular Nouns Mini-Lesson #91

Possessive markers substitute for a preposition such as “of” or “for.”. Possessives: Singular Nouns Mini-Lesson #91. The apostrophe: Use an apostrophe and - s to show the possessive form of a singular noun that does not end in -s. Charlie’s angels (the angels of Charlie)

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Possessives: Singular Nouns Mini-Lesson #91

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  1. Possessive markers substitute for a preposition such as “of” or “for.” Possessives: Singular NounsMini-Lesson #91

  2. The apostrophe: Use an apostrophe and -s to show the possessive form of a singular noun that does not end in -s. Charlie’s angels (the angels of Charlie) today’s newspaper (the newspaper for today)

  3. Use an apostrophe and “-s” to show the possessive form of singular nouns ending in “-s” if the consecutive “-s” sounds do not sound awkward when the word is pronounced. the witness’s testimony the waitress’s tip the boss’s desk

  4. If pronouncing the possessive ending as a separate syllable sounds awkward, use just an apostrophe. The Everglades’ mysteries Dr. Woods’ office Jesus’ name

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